Faction Alias: Backcountry Skis Reviews

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“Gobs of power and stability and no speed limit,” said one tester. The rockered Alias floats through powder like a much larger ski and cuts through crud like a GS racer, with just enough camber in the aspen-and-poplar core for snappy rebounds. Warning: This ski is not for the meek. Note: Also available in a traditionally cambered version. 132/102/112, 9.3 lbs;
Versatility: 4
Power: 4.5